A Backpack to the Remote Lyell Fork of the Merced River

Lyell Fork Trip

Morning at Babcock Lake in 2005.

An Afternoon at Babcock Lake

A Trail and Cross-Country Route to the Lyell Fork, July 2007

There was not much to do after we were set up and it was still near noon. Time to whip out our books, sit in our chairs and enjoy the afternoon. But you cannot sit all the time. When I was there in ’05, I explored the extent of the meadow, which continues on up canyon, but with my sore toe, I kept my exploration walks to the north shore of the lake. It was a very nice day with the usual afternoon breezes. Most of the time I was in camp trying to stay in shade. Mosquitoes were not a problem, and the few curious ones met a swift end.

Lyell Fork Trip

The rock island of Babcock Lake, and beyond, the main camps of the south shore, 2005.

Lyell Fork Trip

The meadow next to the lake, looking in the direction of Vogelsang, Emeric Lake and the Fletcher Creek Trail.

Soon enough afternoon became evening and dinnertime, after which we enjoyed the calm evening until it was time to head for our shelters.

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